From family get togethers to nutrient deficiencies we cover all aspects of going vegan that could present difficulties. Believe us, we have been through them all. If you are a vegan or have considered adopting this way of eating this episode will prepare you....
The following is a recent email newsletter we sent out to subscribers detailing one extremely common misconception – – – daily subtle calorie reduction is not easier than fasting (nor more effective). The details here are simple and if followed will...
Positive change doesn’t have to include major goal setting and doesn’t always need to be able restricting bad habits. Positive change can be simple. For most body transformation can be as simple as applying a mindful eating practice and consciously trying to avoid...
When I was little I loved Orange Julius. As I became older and found out ingredients included regular sugar, dairy (and eggs?) I quickly fell out of love. I do, however, still love the flavors of creamy orange and vanilla together. So, David and I often make this...
In today’s episode we cover the recent USDA recommendations for nutrition. There were many positives but also a few really disappointing guidelines/recommendations in this revision. We talk about dreaded artificial sweeteners including what do I use versus what does...
This year for me is all about “getting back to the basics”. I have found that in this super fast, loud, social media filled world everyone is screaming their opinion. It can be overwhelming and tiring. This year I am committed to slowing down a bit,...
Here in Canada we had our Thanksgiving this past weekend. I usually like to make Holidays special and be sure to create all our favorite Holiday Recipes. This year, however, we had just moved homes and offices so I was really tired out. I decided to cut out our creamy...
If you may have noticed the last couple weeks I have been heavy on the smoothies. This is due to me tightening up my summer habits and focusing on my Fall goals. I am firmly on the Bikini Body Program all the time as a way of life but in the summer I find that more...
Weight gain as a society (North American) has been on the rise for the last 30 years… and with it – Type 2 Diabetes. The association of Type 2 Diabetes and obesity has been something most have noticed. It has come to the point where when someone is obese...
I love busting myths about health. This becomes most rewarding when it revolves around healthy eating and promoting the Holistic Nutrition principles I initially learned from Amy in my early 20s (before even considering Naturopathic Medical School). Recently a blog I...
